Which of the following conditions is most likely to cause a dry, nonproductive cough?

a. Chronic bronchitis
b. Cystic fibrosis
c. Pulmonary fibrosis
d. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease


ANS: C
For example, a dry, nonproductive cough is typical for restrictive lung diseases such as conges-tive heart failure or pulmonary fibrosis.

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